Why a developmental program? Check out 5 Reasons to Play U6/U8 or take a look at some of our coaches that will be working with your kids.
Registration will take place August 23. Please arrive a few minutes early to register. Please bring a completed Registration Form (found here) and Liability Consent and Medical Release forms (found here). Questions contact Mike Allen, dpd@oshkoshunitedsoccer.org or Angela Olson, dpd2@oshkoshunitedsoccer.org.
The U6/U8 program stands strong on our club philosophy and uses some of the best coaching staff to engage kids. Our top priority is to ensure that players have an enjoyable and rewarding soccer experience with a highly talented staff.
Our development program follows U.S. Youth Soccer guidelines by playing small-sided soccer, such as 3 v. 3. In practices and games, players have more opportunities to handle the ball -- making for a more enjoyable experience and leading to greater skill and comfort with the ball. This program is all about development!
Currently the development program is run similar to a training session. Each hour session includes thirty minutes of practice (a collection of fun and teaching games) and a thirty minute, 3 v. 3, scrimmage. As our program grows, we will offer a fall program in which parent-coach volunteers run each team, while a qualified and licensed club coach oversees the development of all teams and coaches through hands-on training and detailed practice plans at every session. This program uses age-appropriate games and activities with a focus on having fun for players and assisting coaches to get the most out of a session!
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- Oshkosh United provides a quality and fun experience for all players.
Soccer is fun! Oshkosh United stresses this at every moment. Practices are geared towards fun activities and games. We follow the three L's motto: No lines, no laps, no lectures. Games are more enjoyable as fewer players sit on the bench (a maximum of 3 substitutes) and fewer players on the field means more opportunities for players to dribble, pass, and score!
- We follow youth soccer guidelines of the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) and National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA).
Both soccer federations are in agreement - young players need to play small-sided soccer. Small-sided soccer, such as 3 v 3 or 4 v 4, allow players more opportunities to handle the ball. Not only is this the "fun" part of soccer, but it makes for better soccer players.
- Team rosters are capped at seven players.
The benefits of a small roster size are innumerable. Players are guaranteed to have over 50% playing time. with small numbers, managing a team become much easier (If teams can find two parent-volunteers this means a coach to player ratio of close to 1:3!!!). And as always, small teams with small-sided games means that players get more touches on the ball.
- Every session will be overseen by professional and licensed Oshkosh United soccer coaches.
Oshkosh United prides itself on it's coaching staff. While we rely on parent-coach volunteers, at least one, qualified and licensed Oshkosh United coach will oversee the development of all teams and coaches. To accomplish this, United provides written practice plans for every session, a guide to coaching U6/U8 players, hands on assistance during your training session, and question and answer times before and after every session. Not only is this a great opportunity for your children to grow as players, it is also a great opportunity for parents to grow as coaches. Take a look at a sample practice plan or meet some of our coaches who work in youth development.
- Cost is minimal.
A $50, all inclusive fee, provides for field use, equipment, team jerseys and professional coaches to oversee the youth development league. In addition, Oshkosh United uses the money generated by this endeavor solely for youth development and not for any other aspect of running the club.
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